The Unity Center

Today, Rev. Wendy continues her series on "Seven Tools for life," it highlights examples of big thinking in various fields and encourages aiming high, backed by quotes and anecdotes. The narrative emphasizes ignoring naysayers, embracing failure as a learning opportunity, and seeking inspiration from successful individuals. It concludes by urging readers to think big and question settling for mediocrity, emphasizing the importance of giving oneself permission to pursue ambitious goals.

Today Rev. Wendy starts a new series on "Seven Tools: Clear Vision" introduces Arnold's concept of seven life tools outlined in his book "Be Useful," despite potential political associations. Arnold, born in Austria in 1947, emphasizes the importance of clear vision, derived from his own journey from immigrant to Hollywood star to politician. The narrative intertwines anecdotes, advice, and biblical references, highlighting the significance of vision, self-awareness, and perseverance in achieving life goals and staying focused amidst adversity.

Rev. Wendy concludes her series on "If the Church were Christian," by sharing about "Peace, Love, and Life." The theme explores the essence of Christianity through the lens of Philip Gulley's book, "If the Church Were Christian: Rediscovering the Values of Jesus," advocating for a shift towards values such as peace, love, and prioritizing life over doctrinal preoccupations. Gulley criticizes the church's emphasis on power, sexual matters, and the afterlife, urging a focus on living ethically and compassionately in the present. Ultimately, the message emphasizes Jesus' teachings of social justice, compassion, and the transformation of the world rather than a fixation on the afterlife.

Rev. Wendy Craig-Purcell continues her series on "If the Church were Christian," by sharing about "Authentic Spirituality." In a more authentically Christian church, prioritizing personal exploration over conformity would be key. Rather than strict adherence to rules, there would be encouragement for individual spiritual growth, akin to the dynamic discourse seen in the Sermon on the Mount. Additionally, the focus would shift towards meeting human needs over preserving institutional structures. This aligns with the examples of Jesus and Buddha, neither of whom emphasized building physical establishments.

Today Rev. Wendy Craig-Purcell continues with her series on "If the Church were Christian," by sharing about "Gracious and Inquisitive." Her main points were

Rev. Wendy continues her series on "If the Church were Christian," by sharing about "Affirming and Healing." Her main points were:

Rev. Wendy Craig-Purcell starts a new series on "If the Church were Christian," today. In essence, Gulley suggests that if the church were truly Christian, it would prioritize Jesus as a model for living rather than an object of worship. He highlights the challenges in understanding Jesus due to the significant time gap between his life and the earliest gospel accounts, the variety of non-canonized texts like the Gospel of Thomas, and the contradictions among the four New Testament gospels. Gulley proposes that the concept of Jesus' divinity should focus on humanity's inherent likeness to God, as seen in Quaker theology. He emphasizes that following Jesus' example would lead to profound personal and societal transformations, challenging society to reconsider its values and priorities.

Rev. Wendy Craig-Purcell continues her series on "Favorite Parables," by sharing about "Embracing Transformation." She was accompanied by Daniel Nahmod and Natalie Decker. Her main points were:

Today Rev. Wendy Craig-Purcell continues on her series on the "Favorite Parables," by sharing about "In Pursuit of The One." Her main takeaways were:

Rev. Wendy Craig-Purcell continues her "Favorite Parables," series by sharing about "Multiplying our Blessings." Her main points were: